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St. Thomas to St. John Ferry: How to Visit Trunk Bay on Your Own (Cruise Excursion Guide)

Alex & Erika
Alex & Erika
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👁️ 1K views📅 2 months ago⏱️ 5:14
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Creator's Key Takeaways

If your cruise stops in St. Thomas and you're wondering whether you can visit St. John on your own, the answer is yes, and it's absolutely worth it.

Visiting the beach in St. John is really an amazing experience.

The snorkeling trail here is marked and easy to follow, making it perfect even for beginners.

If you're cruising to St. Thomas and want one of the best beach days in the Caribbean, this St. John ferry trip is 100% worth the effort.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Go early to avoid the crowds.
✓Bring cash for taxis and snacks.
✓Pack reef safe sunscreen and know that shade is limited, so a hat or rented chair is a big help.
✓Always keep your ship card with you and have a photo ID.
✓Leave St. John about 3 hours before the ship's back on board time to give yourself plenty of extra time.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Being tempted to stay and explore St. Thomas instead of going to St. John. — If you're up for the effort, visiting the beach in St. John is really an amazing experience.
Having a short port day. — This excursion is best if your ship is in port for at least seven or eight hours. If you only have a short port day, this may not be the best option.
Mobility issues or preferring structured excursions. — This might not be the best option, but there are few moving parts, so you just want to be comfortable navigating taxis and ferries and doing this on your own.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to visit St. John on your own from a cruise stop in St. Thomas.
QWhat is the process for taking the ferry and taxis to Trunk Bay.
QWhat are the costs and what to expect at Trunk Bay.

Topics Covered

Excursions4 Happy BaconPort Destination3½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

St. John4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Trunk Bay ($5 per adult entrance fee (kids 16 and under free, seniors half price))
St. Thomas3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Visit Trunk Bay on St. John ($50 to $70 per adult round trip)
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If your cruise stops in St. Thomas and you're looking for the best beach experience in the Virgin Islands, taking the ferry to St. John and visiting Trunk Bay is one of the best excursions you can do. In this video I explain exactly how to do this cruise excursion on your own without booking through the cruise line. 👉 Watch our full vlog of the actual trip from St. Thomas to St. John here: https://youtu.be/N8urh6dKpYc We walk through the full process step-by-step including: • Taxi from the cruise port to Red Hook Ferry Terminal • Ferry from St. Thomas to Cruz Bay • Taxi from Cruz Bay to Trunk Bay • Costs and timing • Tips for making sure you get back to the ship on time Trunk Bay is part of Virgin Islands National Park and is famous for its crystal-clear water, soft white sand, and snorkeling trail. If you're willing to put in a little effort, this DIY excursion can be one of the most memorable beach days of your cruise. New travel videos every week! If you're planning a cruise, traveling to Europe with kids, or looking for honest travel tips and destination guides, you're in the right place. SUBSCRIBE for new videos: https://bit.ly/4n5AaIR Follow our travel adventures: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheRealAlexAguilar TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@alex_erika_youtube Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alexeaguilar/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AlexErikaSanDiego Twitter / X https://x.com/AlexEAguilar Business Inquiries: enjoimedia@gmail.com 0:00 Introduction – Visiting St. John from St. Thomas 0:26 Why Trunk Bay Is Worth the Trip 0:53 Make Sure Your Ship Is in Port Long Enough 1:07 Taxi from Cruise Port to Red Hook Ferry 1:38 Ferry from St. Thomas to St. John 2:11 Arriving in Cruz Bay & Taxi to Trunk Bay 2:35 Trunk Bay Entrance Fee & Total Cost 3:01 What Makes Trunk Bay Special 3:30 Snorkeling at Trunk Bay 3:35 Tips for Doing This Excursion on Your Own 4:17 Heading Back to the Cruise Ship 4:39 When to Leave St. John to Make the Ship 4:56 Final Recommendation – Is It Worth It? #StThomas #StJohn #TrunkBay #CruiseExcursions #CruisePortGuide #VirginIslands #CruiseTravel #CruiseTips #AlexErika #AlexAndErika #CruisePortGuides #PortGuide